MANAGER - DESIGN STANDARDS AND INNOVATION PROGRAMS

Job Description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of electronics design? Global Electronics Association is seeking a dynamic and visionary Manager – Design Standards and Innovation Programs to lead the development of next- standards, revise critical existing standards, and drive key initiatives that elevate the global electronics design community.

In this important role, you’ll lead, liaise, and collaborate with a global network of design experts—guiding standards from initial concept to publication—and play a key role in advancing design excellence across the electronics industry. Using established tools and processes, you'll manage programs that directly impact how cutting-edge systems are designed and built.

If you're excited by the opportunity to lead industry-shaping projects, grow a thriving design community, and champion innovation in a rapidly evolving field, we invite you to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and oversee standards development projects that define and promote best practices in electronics design, leveraging approved tools and established processes.
• Support the launch of new programs and design standards to strengthen Global Electronics Association's leadership in electronics design innovation.
• Coordinate design-focused events from concept to execution, including planning, logistics, and volunteer recognition efforts.
• Provide technical guidance and clear communication on standards interpretation and technology application.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering.
• At least three years of work experience in electronics or related field in design.
• Must be technically minded and focused.
• At least one year of project management related experience.
• Standards Development experience highly .
• Experience working with internal and external teams; ability to collaborate and partner effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, and able to communicate with upper management.
• Ability to solve problems efficiently and effective
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Global Electronics Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits. Global Electronics Association has a hybrid work environment, must reside in the US. Position reports to the Senior Director Industry Standards.

The pay range for this position is $70 – 85K. IPC considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting payrates. In addition to compensation benefits, Global Electronics Association offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week.

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail: lyssabernstein@electronics.org

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The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

With global headquarters in Bannockburn, Illinois, the Global Electronics Association has operations in Belgium, China, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States and a presence across dozens more countries to support its members.